Dr. Joan Luo, MD | Gaithersburg, MD | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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Dr. Luo graduated from the Fujian Medical University in 1982. She works in Gaithersburg, MD and 1 other location and specializes in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

accepting new patients
3.4

17 Ratings
44 years of experience
13 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Chinese
National Rehabilitation Hospital
10 written reviews
1 specialty
3 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 office locations
Female

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I have always been able to talk to the doctor and get my problems resolved. Coming here is like dealing with trusted family. Would not consider changing doctors.

August 23rd, 2024

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A best sports I have even had!

October 14th, 2022

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Her shots cured my back and neck pains!

October 14th, 2022

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Before even seeing me, the doctor is already advising expensive testing.

January 29th, 2020

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She is the worst doctor I have ever seen. She is very poor at diagnosis and rather focusing on the issue and treatment she tries to lure money by just giving shots which had no impact. Ofcourse she doesn’t know how to treat the issue. Am glad I saw a neurosurgeon after her who mentioned I should get a surgery asap. I would have ended up with permanent nerve damage If i have continued treatment with her. Please refrain from going to her and get a better treatment somewhere else.

August 3rd, 2019

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Dr. Luo is one of the best physician I have even had! Expert in spine, muscle pains.

May 21st, 2015

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This pain management doctor is a crook! illegally charge copay $240. Medicare statement shows patient responsibility of $120 only. Request for paying back amount of overcharged $120 for many times, no answers! it's ridiculous! shame on her! In addition, the doctor has a very poor diagnosis and treatment, there is no any improvement of knee pain treatment after 5 appointments.

January 14th, 2014

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I went to dr joan a month back for my tendonitis and although she did see me and I was satisfied with the response I literally had to wait 30 minutes for her to see me and even after that the lady at the front desk told me that its better you come some other time as there are two patiets infront of me. I could not even believe that. Beware folks if you go to Dr Joan be ready to wait 30 minutes to 2 hours in advance.

June 27th, 2013

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This acupuncturist is the worst that I've ever encountered. During my first visit, I waited over an hour for her to finally show up (after I told the receptionist to return my co-pay because I was ready to leave!). After she finally showed up, she gave me nerve shots to numb my neck pain (which lasted 30 minutes), and then instead of talking to me about my neck pain conditions, she told me that I need facial cosmetic surgery! Reason why? she's opening up a cosmetology shop next door!

June 11th, 2013

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May 31st, 2011

Sports Medical And Pain Management Llc

8943 Shady Grove CtGaithersburg, MD 20877

Tel: (301) 987-8988

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9318 GAITHER RD STE 205GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877

Tel: (240) 393-5950

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Dr. Joan Luo, MD	Dr. Tochi Nworu, MD	Dr. Michael DeMarco, DO	Dr. Zinon Pappas, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation	Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation	Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation	Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (17 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.6 (27 Ratings)	4.6 (15 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Chinese	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Gaithersburg , MD	Fairfax , VA	Catonsville , MD	Frederick , MD
Med School: Fujian Medical University	Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Newark, NJ	Med School: School of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey	Med School: University of Maryland Baltimore, MD
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National Rehabilitation Hospital

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Fujian Medical UniversityGraduated in 1982

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Where is Dr. Joan Luo's office located?: Dr. Joan Luo's office is located at 8943 Shady Grove Ct, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877.
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What languages does Dr. Joan Luo speak?: Dr. Joan Luo speaks English and Chinese.

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